WHAT:  2024 Girls in Aviation Day Event

WHEN:  Saturday 21 Sept. 2024 10 a.m.

WHERE:  Atlantic Aviation FBO, Hangar 5,

5835 Tulakes Ave
Bethany, OK 73008

COST:  Free

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-girls-in-aviation-day-in-central-oklahoma-tickets-943186665707?aff=oddtdtcreator

Col. Ruscetta, Tinker installation commander, will be speaking at 12:10 p.m.

OVERVIEW

Since the very first Women in Aviation International Girls in Aviation Day in 2015, the annual WAI event has grown every year since its first gathering of 32 events and 3,200 participants. The Women in Aviation International Greater Oklahoma City Metro Chapter expects to host over 600+ girls. In partnership with the Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics, Atlantic Aviation (PWA), Oklahoma City Department of Airports, and the Oklahoma National Guard, we invite you to join us for the 2024 OKC GIAD! Lunch will also be provided to attendees. The event is free, but registration is required.

HISTORY

Girls, ages 8-18, have historically been introduced to the career and lifestyle possibilities in aviation and aerospace through meeting role models, career panels, exploring airplanes/ helicopters, a hands-on approach to pique interest in the STEM fields and create a network of experience and raise awareness of new possibilities. Fun and educational activities will also be featured. Participants will gain exposure to careers in airlines, air traffic control, military, airport planning, engineering, and more. At our event, exhibitors will fill the newest hangar at Atlantic Aviation's campus on Wiley Post Airport at Hangar 5, where exhibitors and professionals who will share experiences and knowledge. Our education area will host opportunities to learn about Flight Simulator's, STEM Kits, Physics, Drones, Airspace, and Aircraft manufacturing to provide a hands-on, long lasting impression for the next generation of Oklahoma's workforce.

GIAD’s success derives from the hearty membership of the WAI OKC chapter, community volunteers, and organizations sponsoring the event.